At a glance
Reported students
1,292
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
75
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Pennsylvania high enrollment
85th percentile
Compared with 712 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
1,292
Franklin Towne CHS: 1,292 reported students.
State peer staffing position
90th percentile
17.2:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,263
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.6:1
What the reported data says about Franklin Towne CHS
Franklin Towne CHS is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Philadelphia. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Franklin Towne CHS. NCES reports 1,292 students for 2024–25.
Among 712 high schools in Pennsylvania with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 571 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 85th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.2:1, above the Pennsylvania median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (46.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (31.7%). English learners represent 1.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 3 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Franklin Towne CHS
- 1How do the reported 17.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 75 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White46.4%
- Hispanic31.7%
- Black17%
- Asian1.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial2.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
3 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Franklin Towne CHS
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankford HS High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 907 | 1.4 mi |
| Palmyra High School High · Palmyra Public School District | 09–12 | 385 | 2 mi |
| Fels Samuel HS High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 1,255 | 2.5 mi |
| Pennsauken High School High · Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District | 09–12 | 1,588 | 2.5 mi |
| Mastbaum Jules E Area Vocational-Technical School High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 651 | 2.7 mi |
| Lincoln HS High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 2,472 | 2.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Franklin Towne CHS
What grades does Franklin Towne CHS serve?
Franklin Towne CHS reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Franklin Towne CHS.
How many students attend Franklin Towne CHS?
Franklin Towne CHS reported 1,292 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 85th percentile among 712 Pennsylvania high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,263 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Franklin Towne CHS?
The calculated ratio is 17.2:1, based on 1,292 students and 75 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Pennsylvania median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Franklin Towne CHS a public, charter, or magnet school?
Franklin Towne CHS is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is Franklin Towne CHS in?
Franklin Towne CHS is part of Franklin Towne CHS, based in Philadelphia, PA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Franklin Towne CHS?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Frankford HS (1.4 mi), Palmyra High School (2 mi), Fels Samuel HS (2.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.